Program Overview
The Community Music at University of Limerick is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Community Music programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 10,708 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Limerick, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Community Music programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Community Music Skills 1
- Community Music in Context
- Independent Study 1
- Colloquium 1
- Community Music Skills 2
- Community Music Project
- Critical Contexts for Arts Management and Cultural Policy
- Independent Study 2
- Colloquium 2
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Primary degree in a suitable discipline with first or second class honours or an approved equivalent qualification (Primary degree: level 8 NQAI). Or an equivalent capability based on prior professional experience.
- A performance audition and interview will be required in all cases. Additional audio, visual or written material may be required.
What to include with your application
- Qualification transcripts and certificates
- English language qualification if English is not your first language
- Certified English translations of your transcripts/certificates where the originals are in a language other than English.
- A copy of your birth certificate or passport
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 10,708 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 10,708 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Limerick directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Limerick
University of Limerick
Castletroy, Ireland
University of Limerick is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-05
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
